AMS football splits opening games

Augusta's 7th-grade football team lost 20-6 in its season-opening game Thursday night at Maize.

Ceetyn Anderson ran back a kickoff for a touchdown for the Bluejays' lone score of the loss.

In the 8th-grade game, the Bluejays spread around the ball in a 19-6 victory against Maize. Jonny Clausing caught a touchdown pass, Blake Bevan connected with Clay Wesbrooks for another touchdown pass, and Corbin Collier had a rushing touchdown in the victory.

Augusta's next games are Thursday, Sept. 12 against Haysville for the Bluejays' home opener at Hillier Stadium.